![]() Their continual comic arguments on a mosque construction site halted work and the enraged sultan ordered their execution. Within the framework of that diverse society, Karaghiozis stopped being exclusively Turkish and became transnational and multilingual and was instrumental in keeping languages, folklore and cultural traditions alive as artistic traditions became increasing lost and suppressed.Īccording to popular legend the two principal characters were modelled on two Turkish labourers, Karagoz and Hacivad, who lived during the 14th century. Turkish shadow puppet theatre was part of the artistic tradition of the diverse cultures of the Ottoman Empire, including people of Greek, Jewish, Albanian, Turkish and Arabic backgrounds. As the Ottoman Empire grew, the tradition spread, evolving and adapting according to local customs, languages and stories. There are different schools of thought as to whether shadow puppet theatre developed from the similar but older traditions in Indonesia, China and India or from a new form evolving in Egypt, Asia Minor and North Africa during the 11th and 12th centuries. We encourage and welcome contact from First Peoples Communities, scholars and others to provide advice to correct and enhance information. The level of documentation for collection items can and does vary, dependent on when or how the item was collected. Whilst every effort is made to ensure the most accurate information is presented, some content may contain errors. They are not the current views of Museums Victoria, do not reflect current understanding and are not appropriate today. This material reflects the creator’s attitude or that of the period in which the item was written, recorded, collected or catalogued. ![]() ![]() LanguageĬertain records contain language or include depictions that are insensitive, disrespectful, offensive or racist. ![]() For some First Peoples communities, seeing images or hearing recordings of persons who have passed, may cause sadness or distress and, in some cases, offense. CULTURAL SENSITIVITY MESSAGE – Please readįirst Peoples of Australia should be aware that the Museums Victoria Collections website contains images, voices or names of deceased persons. ![]()
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